I never had any acting heroes. I never really went to the theatre.

Along the way I have been able to choose some themes which ask questions - not necessarily force a message on anyone, but at least invite the audience to question things: jury service, dignity in dying, Ireland - and not least because they force me to ask myself questions. Where do I stand?

I keep seeing myself in my daughter, and I see my mother in me and in her. Bloody hell.

We have to take risks with art. If we don't, it all becomes a bit boring

I read "Pride and Prejudice" [by Jane Austen]. I was gobsmacked by it - it's so funny and so modern. Unbelievable. You don't expect funny to come through after 200 years - humor doesn't transcend decades, let alone centuries.

When I think of the future, I think of doing my washing so I've something to wear tomorrow.

I never had any acting heroes. I never really went to the theatre.